Even in this time of uncertainty, Mayo Clinic is a place for hope and healing — and we're delivering the care you need. Mayo Clinic follows carefully designed, rigorously enforced safety precautions for anyone who needs face-to-face care. We're safely treating all patients, both in person and through virtual visits, in adherence with federal and state executive orders and guidance. Joseph I. Sirven, M.D. is a professor of neurology at Mayo Clinic in Florida. He also passionately serves as editor-in-chief for the Epilepsy Foundation website. Dr. Sirven has published extensively on epilepsy and its treatment. His interests include status epilepticus, surgical therapy, epilepsy in older adults and psychosocial issues (particularly those involving Hispanic populations and transportation). He has served as chair for many neurologic foundations and committees.